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Title: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 25, 2014, 06:53:30 AM Calling all designers, typographers, lettering experts and calligraphers!!
I’ve been trying to get a tattoo designed for the past few years. Each iteration has come closer to my vision, but it’s not quite right yet. I’m turning to the bitcoin community to see whether it can be done. The tattoo should have the words “Alêya Lovi Thai” with the date “21.1.12”. Here are some pictures of what is closest to what I want. http://imgur.com/nUdOZPr First version https://i.imgur.com/LCf6HOl Second version http://imgur.com/HUxrFuM Feedback on second version The first version is the closest to what I want. The font is Buttermilk but you can use another similar font if it works better with the overall design. The second version is too basic but I’ve provided it for reference. I’ve also given feedback I provided to the designer on the second version so with specific feedback on changes I wanted. The reason I don’t like the first/second version is the background and the words are not integrated. It does not flow well. The designer has used the background sourced from the internet and slapped the words in front of it. Also the background is a bit too busy for the first version and too sparse in the second version. I prefer the overall design to look cohesive, interconnected and unified. I like this http://imgur.com/qx5PUBX in terms of how the letters trail off into swirls and I like this http://imgur.com/oPiKjo0 in terms of overall use of white space. I am offering 0.5 BTC and the bounty is closes 30 April 2014. The best one gets the half coin. PM any questions or post on this thread. Go! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: resonance on March 25, 2014, 03:58:58 PM I'm going to start working on this to see what I can come up with.
First, I think it's best to hand sketch this out then get it onto photoshop to clean it up a bit. I'll keep you posted with any results! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: resonance on March 25, 2014, 05:39:25 PM Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: resonance on March 25, 2014, 06:51:22 PM Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: d2dtk on March 25, 2014, 07:08:41 PM I have a friend who is a professional tattoo artist in her own shop. I'll forward these images and what you're looking for and let you review it.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: counter on March 25, 2014, 07:19:20 PM Oh man it is threads like these that make me kick myself for not sticking with my artistic talents as a youngster. Especially now that I see what a graphic designer can make around here. All the best finding a design that suits you and I look forward to seeing what people come up with !
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: resonance on March 25, 2014, 07:31:17 PM Oh man it is threads like these that make me kick myself for not sticking with my artistic talents as a youngster. Especially now that I see what a graphic designer can make around here. All the best finding a design that suits you and I look forward to seeing what people come up with ! Hey, it's never too late to use your artistic talent, if you have it, then you always will. Invest some time into it now, and I'm sure you'll go far :) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 25, 2014, 10:42:00 PM great start.
here is my feedback http://imgur/JTiJN5Q Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 25, 2014, 10:52:33 PM ooops. let me rectify the error of my way
http://imgur.com/JTiJN5Q Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: resonance on March 26, 2014, 12:05:48 AM Okay, I'll take your feedback and try to improve it a bit for you :)
I'll post back here when I've done so Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: counter on March 26, 2014, 07:53:27 AM Oh man it is threads like these that make me kick myself for not sticking with my artistic talents as a youngster. Especially now that I see what a graphic designer can make around here. All the best finding a design that suits you and I look forward to seeing what people come up with ! Hey, it's never too late to use your artistic talent, if you have it, then you always will. Invest some time into it now, and I'm sure you'll go far :) truth be told I have thought about doing just that and I really do appreciate the excellent suggestion. Always nice to get some positive inspiring advice from a kind stranger. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: medUSA on March 26, 2014, 09:30:19 AM The first version is the closest to what I want... The reason I don’t like the first/second version is the background and the words are not integrated... The designer has used the background sourced from the internet and slapped the words in front of it... Also the background is a bit too busy for the first version and too sparse in the second version... I see what you mean... The background of the first version looks really good from a distance. On close up, you can see hard curves and awkward branching. The original designer may have cut and pasted lots of bits together, but you should give him credit for there is no unevenness and no particular part stands out too much. My worry is, once you start to clean up this background, the heart shape will loose its fullness, or it will look too symmetrical. How do you feel about adding small leaves on the vines? About the names in the "change 4" example, do you mind if they are slanted upwards like "version 1" or you prefer them to be level? ...the bounty is closes 30 April 2014. The best one gets the half coin. Well, lucky we've got time. Will experiment on the vines... Will post here if I have something to show you :) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 26, 2014, 10:50:34 AM Here are more samples of what I dont like
http://imgur.com/m5lnkfV http://imgur.com/NNadPAB Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 26, 2014, 10:59:15 AM This is a version i made myself. I made it in powerpoint so I couldn't really do anything fancy
https://i.imgur.com/M4jKa1k.png Also here is some nice lettering I like the look of https://i.imgur.com/Wc8GmHZ.png Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 26, 2014, 11:09:17 AM I see what you mean... My worry is, once you start to clean up this background, the heart shape will loose its fullness, or it will look too symmetrical. How do you feel about adding small leaves on the vines? About the names in the "change 4" example, do you mind if they are slanted upwards like "version 1" or you prefer them to be level? I don't mind the leaves on the vines as long as it doesn't look too busy. I'm after overall coherence and a good use of white space with an eye for flow and seamlessness between background pattern and the letters. As for "change 4", I don't mind if its slanted or at the same level. I think realistically you will need to play with the spacing and i'll be surprised if your able to keep it at the same level. I'm relying on your creativity to find a good solution. :) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: mymenace on March 27, 2014, 03:47:20 AM hope my design is to your likning
http://s27.postimg.org/yl2y3v0pf/tattoo_1ab.png if you can get it done with shading i think even better http://s27.postimg.org/5pgng9l5f/tattoo_1abcd.png cheers Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 27, 2014, 06:03:20 AM i like the connection of words and patterns but the heart shape is essential. i'm getting the designed tattoed on my chest where my heart is so its kinda symbolic.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: likehiro on March 27, 2014, 06:41:00 AM You have a PM :)
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Triswardhani on March 27, 2014, 08:30:21 AM I'm not really sure or not... just curious if someone who post the pic and u like it will get paid or not.... cause u use it for tattoo... maybe somehow u already pick and made it for tattoo one of the pic from here. u can say I didn't find the the great design for tattoo yet...we never know. The idea is expensive dude.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 27, 2014, 08:50:17 AM i will pay the one i like the best regardless of whether or not i am completely satisfied. i will announce which one is the winner at the end of April on this thread and pay the winner so you can check the transaction.
if people wish to have the 0.5 bitcoins in escrow or some sort of arrangement to ensure i am genuine then i am happy to submit to that process. i have already paid four different designers for drawings i am not completely satisfied with which is why i am using a bounty process rather than commissioning an individual. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: E.exchanger on March 27, 2014, 07:30:45 PM I have done this before many times for my friends as iam a professional designer so i'll be posting my design soon. Also it will be more worth of our effort if you do escrow for the bounty as it will make the offer more genuine, I can do the escrow with no fees or else pick any other trusted member !!
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on March 27, 2014, 10:47:37 PM ok so i am happy to escrow the 0.5 bitcoins.
i would rather the person be seperate to anyone who is involved in the bounty for independence. can someone advise what is the best way? i've looked at bitrated.com and similar sites and from what i can see it requires a seller and buyer. in this case i dont know who the winner will be so... ? Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Triswardhani on March 28, 2014, 01:36:48 AM Maybe I'll ask my brother to draw some design.... but I can open the image that u give for example...my country doesn't allow http://imgur.com to open..... could u use another such https://imageshack.com or anythings else...
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 03, 2014, 10:20:42 AM bump
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 03, 2014, 04:31:59 PM https://i.imgur.com/paa61yE.png
I'd like to clean the lines a little more but anyways this is the gist of it. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: jbrnt on April 03, 2014, 05:26:46 PM Well done Acorn, it is very nice. I think it is a good start for OP. I am sure more designs will come in soon.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 04, 2014, 06:56:50 AM Cleaned it up.
https://i.imgur.com/tzzYSVw.png Edit: and here's how it looks with thinner lines. https://i.imgur.com/U1EX4vE.jpg Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 04, 2014, 07:23:53 AM nice work acron! you are the front runner.
love both designs keep them coming! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 07, 2014, 09:36:13 AM i've messaged 2 (DannyHamilton and likehiro) people re: escrow and have yet to get a reply
i'll continue asking until someone replies unless others have a suggestion. acron is in front! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Dabs on April 11, 2014, 03:30:50 AM Oh hi. I can do this. I'll work on making the escrow contract later.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 12, 2014, 09:35:32 AM thanks dabs. tell me the address and i will send with a little bit extra for transaction and service fees
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Dabs on April 12, 2014, 11:50:25 AM Ok. Sorry for the delay, it's the weekend and I'm usually offline on weekends. I will get to work on it right away (or tomorrow)... I'm on my non-escrow laptop, but just posting so people know I'm here.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: _crypto_ on April 13, 2014, 12:37:05 AM I'm working on a design, hopefully can come up with you you'll like
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: _crypto_ on April 13, 2014, 01:01:08 AM Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Dabs on April 14, 2014, 02:59:45 AM http://pastebin.com/raw.php?i=bpC1nKaF
Code: -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Check here: http://blockchain.info/address/1DabssVEqudnDHaqfXzFe4R1ubEXE6MFk Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 14, 2014, 07:19:59 AM Super familiar. Can't place it, where have I seen it before? ::) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 14, 2014, 08:38:50 AM 0.5305 coins sent to 1DabssVEqudnDHaqfXzFe4R1ubEXE6MFk Winner announced in 16 days! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 14, 2014, 08:45:43 AM https://i.imgur.com/paa61yE.png I'd like to clean the lines a little more but anyways this is the gist of it. i think i like this version the best so far. Perhaps more definition in the V in "Lovi" and the connection between "a" and "i" in Thai. Also if the V in the heart was more pronounced where "ya L" joins together. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 18, 2014, 03:39:29 AM bump!
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 18, 2014, 03:46:56 PM Hey, I'll make the changes you requested soon. Been busy, but anyways just wanted to let you know that I saw your request and will get to it!
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: armin22 on April 18, 2014, 05:23:33 PM http://i.gyazo.com/083a3344687f095d446ecdc8c78b1de0.png
It's not done yet, but do you think this is similar ot what you want? Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: armin22 on April 18, 2014, 06:27:45 PM http://i.gyazo.com/9dc2386d9b1cc88149c60a5acbcf1094.png
It's in the original buttermilk font, i haven't made the Heart shape out of outlines, but flown the text naturally with the font itself. I think that since you'll be tattooing it where you're heart is on your chest, it'll get the message across, and will hint it as the text has been re sized and arranged into a heart shape. Overall, the text is clear, and gets the message across, the links between the separate words show a connection, the arch on top with the T and H also show a connection and emphasize the heart shape a little more, but keeps it overall,subtle. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 19, 2014, 06:52:41 AM It's in the original buttermilk font, i haven't made the Heart shape out of outlines, but flown the text naturally with the font itself. I think that since you'll be tattooing it where you're heart is on your chest, it'll get the message across, and will hint it as the text has been re sized and arranged into a heart shape. Overall, the text is clear, and gets the message across, the links between the separate words show a connection, the arch on top with the T and H also show a connection and emphasize the heart shape a little more, but keeps it overall,subtle. I'll keep an open mind but if this the final result, i'd have to say i don't like the message or the way its delivered Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: armin22 on April 19, 2014, 09:32:11 AM It's in the original buttermilk font, i haven't made the Heart shape out of outlines, but flown the text naturally with the font itself. I think that since you'll be tattooing it where you're heart is on your chest, it'll get the message across, and will hint it as the text has been re sized and arranged into a heart shape. Overall, the text is clear, and gets the message across, the links between the separate words show a connection, the arch on top with the T and H also show a connection and emphasize the heart shape a little more, but keeps it overall,subtle. I'll keep an open mind but if this the final result, i'd have to say i don't like the message or the way its delivered I'm very open for improvements. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 21, 2014, 06:29:39 AM I'll keep an open mind but if this the final result, i'd have to say i don't like the message or the way its delivered I'm very open for improvements. [/quote] make it look better than acrons Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 24, 2014, 09:23:42 AM one week left!
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: ManMe on April 24, 2014, 09:27:27 AM You should create some kind of "secret bitcoin tattoo" to place it on the neck or behind the ears )
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: ninjatflex on April 24, 2014, 10:44:53 AM I think the problem is there's no guarantee that any artist / designer / typographer will get paid for their work. Any artist worth their salt would charge at least £200 / $300 (ish) for a job like this (a guaranteed sum, rather than a 'as long as no one does better than you' kind of thing).
Barring Acorn, everything submitted in this thread has been a sub standard in comparison to the first two examples you posted (which, whilst beautiful, obviously aren't quite what you're looking for). You'd be best contacting a designer you like and offering them the sum through escrow rather than trying to turn it into a competition - which most artists see as just an excuse to get as much work as possible for free. The final week could pass and you could easily decide you don't like any of the work that each person has put X-amount of hours in to develop and you could just log off and never return. Obviously i'm not accusing you of this but there's an element of trust to a competition like this that professionals wont buy (but hobbyists and students would - leading to the sub-standard attempts). Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: crazyoddman on April 24, 2014, 11:00:23 AM I think the problem is there's no guarantee that any artist / designer / typographer will get paid for their work. Any artist worth their salt would charge at least £200 / $300 (ish) for a job like this (a guaranteed sum, rather than a 'as long as no one does better than you' kind of thing). +1 to that, i think it costs way more for such a design, and if it has to be a contest, then i believe more should be offered, but then again, the BTC is a precious asset to have therefore i rest my case :)Barring Acorn, everything submitted in this thread has been a sub standard in comparison to the first two examples you posted (which, whilst beautiful, obviously aren't quite what you're looking for). You'd be best contacting a designer you like and offering them the sum through escrow rather than trying to turn it into a competition - which most artists see as just an excuse to get as much work as possible for free. The final week could pass and you could easily decide you don't like any of the work that each person has put X-amount of hours in to develop and you could just log off and never return. Obviously i'm not accusing you of this but there's an element of trust to a competition like this that professionals wont buy (but hobbyists and students would - leading to the sub-standard attempts). Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 25, 2014, 07:10:59 AM I think the problem is there's no guarantee that any artist / designer / typographer will get paid for their work. Any artist worth their salt would charge at least £200 / $300 (ish) for a job like this (a guaranteed sum, rather than a 'as long as no one does better than you' kind of thing). dabs has kindly agreed to escrow. http[Suspicious link removed]6MFk there is 0.5305 bitcoins at that address which is enough for all fees and 0.5 bitcoin to the winner. i will announce at the end of the month. i am happy with the results so far as i think acron's design is grouse. if someone has a better one, then they know themselves if they have the skill and the inclination. gotta be in it to win it! already tried finding a designer but that all ended in not quite a satisfactory outcome. Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Nobitcoin on April 28, 2014, 07:16:54 PM Just found you thread and did a rough sketch for you
http://s16.postimg.org/iqzx0tntd/tmp_IMG_20140429_031332430192624.jpg (http://postimg.org/image/iqzx0tntd/) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 29, 2014, 10:08:22 AM 2 more days left till comp closes!!
sorry nobitcoin - i don't like your design Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: S4VV4S on April 29, 2014, 04:08:42 PM Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: joeventyra on April 29, 2014, 06:13:11 PM those two look really nice! the second one especially is a distinguishing one! i hope he will choose this one. you deserve it. good luck! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: S4VV4S on April 29, 2014, 06:26:48 PM those two look really nice! the second one especially is a distinguishing one! i hope he will choose this one. you deserve it. good luck! Thanks bro/sister :) If he/she does choose one of my wife's it will be her very first payment in BTC :) Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: MysticalPotato on April 30, 2014, 04:41:25 AM Just saw this a few of hours ago, and as a tattoo lover (I have three), I just have to participate.
The first time I decided to get a tattoo, I designed a complicated one featuring the Liverpool Liverbird and the five Champions League stars. Thankfully, the artist advised against it, and gave me some guidance. The key, he said, was to have a core theme, keep it bold and simple, and make sure you won't be embarrassed displaying it in public. As such, after mulling over your list of requirements (Alêya Lovi Thai/21.1.12/heart shape/font continuity), I came up with the below. Hope you like it! Design: https://i.imgur.com/g5GqIah.png Mock Up: https://i.imgur.com/xiPeuWg.png Also, one with Michael Cera ;): https://i.imgur.com/tVILYGH.png Cheers. ps: Regardless of your final decision, please consider posting a photo of the tattoo once you've got it done. Luck! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 30, 2014, 05:19:43 AM i think i like this version the best so far. Perhaps more definition in the V in "Lovi" and the connection between "a" and "i" in Thai. Also if the V in the heart was more pronounced where "ya L" joins together. Sorry for the delay -- here are the changes you've asked for. I also included cleaned up versions of the other two. If picked, you'll receive an AI file of all four, or other vector format of your choice. https://i.imgur.com/Kq1e8qk.png Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on April 30, 2014, 10:59:46 AM and the winner is......
ACRON Thanks to everyone that particpated. I will ask Dabs to release coins to 19j3MM1uXD7HsPGXA9LWVhqAWJiXBTX5DL unless you have another preference? Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on April 30, 2014, 11:09:27 AM That address is fine, thank you. (My username is acorn by the way lol...)
Cheers Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Dabs on April 30, 2014, 02:59:36 PM Coins released! Check your PMs. Thank you and have a nice day.
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: acorn on May 01, 2014, 08:21:13 AM Confirmed, bounty received. Thanks Dabs
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: MegaHustlr on May 01, 2014, 03:52:50 PM Confirmed, bounty received. Thanks Dabs congrats on winning: OP please lock the thread and show us the pic! Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: Nobitcoin on May 01, 2014, 05:01:03 PM Acorn very impressed you deserve to win 8)
Title: Re: Tattoo Design Bounty 0.5 BTC Post by: BitDollars on May 15, 2014, 10:05:20 AM here u go.
https://i.imgur.com/xT8TmkA.jpg + https://i.imgur.com/B9L7g2o.jpg |
